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K220 HVJ

1993 Mitsubishi Colt

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

82,950 mi
Last recorded82,950 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2013
Typical for 1993 Mitsubishi Colt88,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK220 HVJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2013 82,950 miles

o/s/r wheel arch slightly corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2012 72,882 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 69,062 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 2 Jun 2011 69,058 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 66,878 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 63,258 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 63,255 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 60,256 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 60,256 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 57,090 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 53,739 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Colt?

Based on 950,325 MOT tests across 68,947 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
5,095
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
68,947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26,841
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,645
Registration plate lamp not working 16,687
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12,487
position lamp(s) not working 9,761
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K220 HVJ is a 1993 Mitsubishi Colt in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1993 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 88,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Colt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26,841 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K220 HVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Colt typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 33 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K220 HVJ registered?

K220 HVJ is a 1993 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 20 April 1993.

Is K220 HVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K220 HVJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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